Meşəbaş

Meşəbaş is an Azerbaijani word that refers to the senior-most forestry official or head forester in a specific forest or forested area. The term literally translates to "head of the forest" or "chief of the forest." The Meşəbaş is responsible for the overall management, protection, and conservation of the forest resources within their designated jurisdiction. Their duties may include overseeing timber harvesting, preventing illegal logging, managing wildlife populations, planning reforestation efforts, and enforcing forestry regulations. The specific roles and responsibilities of a Meşəbaş can vary depending on the administrative structure and environmental policies of the region.